Review of Waiting for Guffman (1997) by Scott S — 24 Jul 2012

This my second favorite of the Guest films (Best in Show being the first.).

This review of Waiting for Guffman (1997) was written by Scott S on 24 Jul 2012.

Waiting for Guffman has generally received very positive reviews.

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